#9F8B80
- Brightness
- 144.1
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 21°, 14%, 56%
- HSV V %
- 62%
- Lab
- 59.3, 5.7, 8.6
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 13%, 19%, 38%
- PNG size
- 6.4 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted warm hue
Recommended text: Black (6.48:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #9F8B80
Common Name: Mocha Meringue
RGB: 159, 139, 128
HSL: 26°, 16%, 57%
Contrast with White: 2.8:1 (AA pass)
Contrast with Black: 8.5:1 (AA pass)
Popular Matches
- Pantone FHI: Mocha Meringue #9F8D81
- RAL Classic: Grey Beige #A89481
- Jotun Paint: Claywood #958673
- Benjamin Moore: Driftwood #988578
- Dulux: Jenny Wren #A09180
Mood Blurb
Mocha Meringue is a soft, warm, and neutral hue that evokes comfort and calmness. Its subtle tone makes it highly versatile in various design contexts, offering an inviting and sophisticated feel. Popular in interior design, particularly for cozy, earthy spaces, it is often seen as a backdrop to bolder accents. It’s a color that feels grounded, like the soft shadows cast during the golden hour.
Why Designers Use It
Mocha Meringue, due to its understated elegance, finds its place in both modern and traditional design. Designers use it to create soothing and versatile environments that don’t overwhelm but complement other elements. It is commonly chosen for interior paint, textile design, and furniture finishes because it pairs well with various wood tones and natural fabrics. This warm, muted brownish-gray is often seen in high-end homes, upscale hotels, and other premium settings.
The color is also gaining traction in eco-friendly design trends, as it is inspired by natural, earthy elements like clay, sand, and wood. This makes it particularly popular in the sustainable architecture and design community, which favors colors that feel rooted in nature. In regional terms, it’s favored in regions where natural, rustic aesthetics are prioritized, often used in places that emphasize a connection to the outdoors, like cabins or rural homes.